It's Really Cold Outside
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Chapter Book · Graphic novel · Ages 5–7 · 2023 · Est. 10 min read

It's Really Cold Outside

By Harriet Ziefert

Part of the Really Bird Stories series

A bird stays warm while friends play in the snow. Can they all have fun together?

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56 pages· 417 words· Est. 10 min read
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In a snowy city park, Really Bird faces a chilly dilemma. While his friends Cat, Rabbit, and Pup frolic in the snow, he stays cozy inside. But can he find a way to join the fun without braving the cold? Through clever teamwork and a dash of creativity, these friends learn the true meaning of inclusion and friendship. Will Really Bird's inventive idea bring everyone together, or will the cold keep them apart? Discover the warmth of friendship in this heartwarming tale of problem-solving and emotional growth.

From the publisher

Join Really Bird and his friends who play outside in the snow while Really Bird keeps warm inside and directs the others in a game of throwing snowballs. Meet Really Bird, a small bird who lives in a large city park with his friends, Cat, Rabbit, and Pup. In each story, Really Bird finds himself really wanting something - to be bigger, to have his fair share, or to be a leader - to be really silly, funny, strong, cool, happy, or brave. And when he feels something, he really feels it. Each story is an entertaining, character-driven caper based on relatable social/emotional themes, delivered with surprise twists, high drama, and expert timing. Along the way, lessons are learned about qualities such as teamwork and compassion. The emphasis is on character growth and development through creative problem solving. Friendship and emotional engagement are at the heart of every story. In It’s Really Cold Outside!, Really Bird manages to stay warm while his friends play outside in the snow. By coming up with a creative idea, the friends manage to include everyone even if one member of the group isn’t quite feeling up to facing the cold snowy weather.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
56
Words
417
Reading age
5–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD310L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about birdsBooks about feelings and emotionsBooks about imaginationBooks about winter
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.3
F&P level
~J
Publication
Published
November 7, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book · Graphic novel
Identifiers
ISBN
9781636550787

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